Max Hailstorm

Ice

Summary

Max-Hailstorm is an Ice-type Max Move introduced in Generation VIII. It is a Dynamax move, meaning it can only be used by Pokémon that have Dynamaxed during battle. The power of Max-Hailstorm varies depending on the base move it is derived from, typically ranging from 90 to 140 power. Max Moves do not have traditional accuracy values, so Max-Hailstorm always hits the target unless the target is protected by moves like Protect or Detect. An important secondary effect of Max-Hailstorm is that it changes the weather condition to hail for 5 turns, which can chip away at the health of all non-Ice-type Pokémon each turn. Additionally, hail boosts the evasion of Ice-type Pokémon and enables the use of the move Aurora Veil. Max-Hailstorm is often used strategically to take advantage of these weather-related benefits and to deal consistent damage.

Effect

Inflicts regular damage.

Short Effect: Inflicts regular damage with no additional effect.

Inflicts regular damage.

Game Descriptions

This is an Ice-type attack Dynamax Pokémon use. The user summons a hailstorm lasting five turns.

Move Details

  • Power 10
  • Accuracy
  • PP 10
  • Priority 0
  • Damage Class Physical
  • Generation Generation VIII
  • Category Damage